Maqlooba

Try this Iraqi-inspired maqlooba. Meaning “upside-down”, it’s a special dish combining lamb chops, aubergine, tomatoes, basmati rice and potatoes

One-pan lamb tagine with chickpeas

Make this lamb tagine a day or two ahead to really develop the flavours. It makes entertaining that little bit easier, as all you’ll need to do is reheat it

Vegan kebabs

Stuffed with marinated tempeh patties and pickled cabbage, these vegan kebabs are ready in just 16 minutes. They’re healthy, full of fibre and one of your five-a-day

Meze meatballs

Try our meatball meze with hummus, tzatziki, onion, cucumber and tomatoes. It’s ideal as a family weeknight platter if people eat at different times

Fatteh makdous (lamb-stuffed baby aubergines in tomato & tahini sauce)

Enjoy these delicious lamb-stuffed baby aubergines in tomato and tahini sauce as part of a Middle Eastern-inspired menu. Top with cashew nuts to serve

Muhammara (red pepper & walnut dip)

Serve a Syrian-inspired red pepper and walnut dip as a side dish in a Middle Eastern feast. Top with whole walnuts and coriander and enjoy with flatbreads

Pistachio bird’s nests

Make these pistachio ‘bird’s nests’, made with kataifi pastry (a very finely shredded filo pastry available online) and a lemon sugar syrup for a sweet treat

Cardamom-spiced vermicelli (semiya payasam)

Indulge in a popular Indian dessert made with fried vermicelli strands simmered in cardamom milk. A perfect treat for festivities, it’s creamy, sweet and golden

Harissa-honey marinade

Try this harissa-honey marinade on chicken or halloumi skewers, and use as a glaze. Harissa is a Tunisian hot chilli paste made with red peppers and spices

Spinach falafel & hummus bowl

Make this easy vegan salad bowl, with homemade spinach falafels and hummus served alongside pitta and salad. It’s packed with nutrients for a healthy supper